Welcome to the Kofago Dance Ensemble

Pix 11 reporter Kristin Cole interviews Kofago founder, Kevin McEwen  at the Jamaica Performing Arts Center (JPAC) before Kofago’s Black History Month show at JPAC. The interview discusses Kofago's work in the community and their collaboration with the Jamaica Center for Arts and Learning, Friday, February 21st, 2025. 

Experience the transformative energy of Senegalese tradition in "N'Dup Lii," choreographed by Bakary Fall. 

This captivating dance piece draws from the powerful Ndup healing ceremony, showcasing the fusion of drums, water, and prayer to awaken ancestral energies and restore balance. Set to the vibrant rhythms of modern and traditional Sabar culture, the performance tells the uplifting story of a young woman's journey to health and resilience. 

Through dynamic movement and engaging rhythms, this video celebrates the enduring spirit of the N'dup tradition and its profound connection to healing and renewal.

NAGO is a modern contemporary dance piece by the Kofago Dance Ensemble, choreographed by Robenson Mathurine. Infused with elements of Haitian folkloric dance, this powerful work celebrates the resilience and beauty of Haitian culture. Rooted in the spirit of triumph and liberation, NAGO highlights the dual struggle faced by the enslaved people of Haiti—fighting both physical and spiritual battles to secure their freedom.

Through its intricate choreography, pulsating rhythms, and evocative movements, NAGO honors the legacy of the Haitian Revolution, the first and only successful slave-led uprising that established Haiti as the first free Black republic. This dance serves as a vivid reminder of the strength, unity, and indomitable spirit of a people who refused to remain bound by the chains of oppression. It is a celebration of cultural pride and the enduring fight for justice and equality.